Business Development Executive

PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd (Formerly Kelly Services Singapore Pte Ltd); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales Executive to drive sales and marketing efforts for engineering plastics and chemicals across the Asia Pacific region. This role involves building strong relationships with customers and suppliers, conducting financial analyses, and developing strategic plans to achieve business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a background in polymer technology or chemical engineering, along with proven sales experience in the specialty chemicals sector. If you're results-oriented and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in Specialty Chemical/PVC industry.
• Strong communication skills for effective presentations and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and marketing efforts for engineering plastics across Asia Pacific.
• Establish customer credit lines and oversee credit control.

Skills

Sales and Marketing

Customer Relationship Management

Financial Analysis

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Diploma/Degree in Polymer Technology

Diploma/Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Responsibilities :

• Drive sales and marketing efforts for engineering plastics, polyurethane chemicals, and silicones across the Asia Pacific region.

• Establish and manage customer credit lines, analyze financial status, and oversee credit control in line with company policies.

• Coordinate with overseas offices to expand sales opportunities with existing and potential customers.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

• Develop and execute strategic plans with suppliers to achieve both short-term and long-term company goals.

• Monitor and manage pricing strategies, including monthly or weekly pricing updates from suppliers to customers and distributors.

• Conduct biannual sales budget reviews in collaboration with suppliers and distributors.

• Prepare and present sales reports on a monthly basis or as required.

• Strengthen customer relationships to maximize business opportunities and market share.

• Support sales presentations for new product grades and initiatives.

• Manage and coordinate customer support activities within the framework set by the principal, ensuring alignment with product marketing strategies and objectives.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in assigned markets.

• Support the principal in achieving sales targets for assigned customers based on fixed pricing structures.

• Oversee outstanding invoices and handle customer complaints effectively.

• Gather and share market intelligence within the team to drive informed decision-making.

• Manage end-user relations by coordinating agent activities, technical services, marketing, and distribution.

• Foster a collaborative team environment to enhance business performance.

Job Requirements :

• Diploma/Degree in Polymer Technology/Chemical Engineering

• 2 to 5 years of relevant working experience from the Specialty Chemical/PVC industry

• Strong communications skills (effective presentations at all levels, negotiation, problem solving).

• Prior working experience in sales or import & export business (forwarding & trading activities)

• Knowledge of petrochemicals industry is strongly preferred.

• Result oriented, self-motivated and committed

• Able to travel frequently

• Proficient in MS Office applications

Salary range : S$4,000.00 – S$4,500.00

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